HSBC confirms Birmingham New Street branch closure
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
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Kate Middleton announces royal visit to the Midlands
The Princess of Wales will make a significant visit to the West Midlands next week, continuing her vital work championing early childhood development with key engagements across the region.
DWP makes two-day payment change for benefits
Major change to DWP payment processing means millions receiving Universal Credit, State Pension and other benefits could see money arrive up to two days earlier than usual - here's what you need to know.
Joe Richards Jewellers closes after 128 years in Birmingham
The iconic Birmingham Jewellery Quarter institution Joe Richards announces permanent closure, marking the end of an era for city's heritage and leaving 15 employees facing redundancy.
Download Festival 2026: First Acts Revealed
The legendary Download Festival has announced its first wave of acts for 2026, featuring rock royalty and metal giants at Donington Park. Early bird tickets are selling fast!
Midlands school lockdown after armed police incident
A secondary school in the Midlands was placed on immediate lockdown as armed police responded to serious concerns about a individual in the community, prompting emergency safety measures.
Routine mammogram saves Stalybridge woman's life
A Stalybridge mother's life was saved after a routine NHS mammogram detected early-stage breast cancer. Discover how regular screening made all the difference.
Serious crash closes key Birmingham road during rush hour
A woman has been seriously injured in a collision outside Birmingham's Aldi supermarket, prompting road closures and major traffic disruption during Thursday morning rush hour.
Gas Leak Closes A45 - Major Birmingham Route Shut
Critical incident as emergency services respond to hazardous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing widespread travel disruption and evacuations
M40 blocked after lorry overturns near Warwick
Major disruption on M40 after articulated lorry overturns near Warwick, closing carriageway and causing extensive delays during Friday rush hour.
M54 Motorway Chaos: Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Road
Severe disruption on M54 after serious multi-vehicle collision near Telford. Emergency services rush to scene as motorists face lengthy delays and diversions. Latest traffic updates.
Somerset Jewellery Store Closes After 65 Years
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
Midlands Best Secondary Schools Named in 2025 Guide
The latest Real Schools Guide 2025 has unveiled the top-performing secondary schools across the Midlands, with several institutions achieving outstanding results in education quality and student development.
Birmingham's Summerhouse Restaurant Closes After 14 Years
The acclaimed Summerhouse restaurant on Birmingham's canalside has closed permanently after 14 years, becoming another casualty of rising energy bills and supply chain pressures.
M5 police incident causes major traffic chaos near Birmingham
Major disruption on M5 as police incident closes lanes near Birmingham, causing extensive delays and traffic chaos during evening rush hour.
Nursery refuses 130 children after safety failures
A Black Country nursery has been forced to turn away 130 children after Ofsted inspectors uncovered alarming safety breaches and inadequate safeguarding procedures during a surprise inspection.
M&S Christmas Food Launches Early Amid High Demand
Marks & Spencer launches Christmas food collection months ahead of schedule as Brits plan earlier celebrations. Discover the festive favourites available now.
Mum slams children's centre for giving toddlers iPads
A concerned mother speaks out after discovering her local children's centre is replacing traditional play activities with screen time, raising questions about early childhood development.
Birmingham pub makes desperate plea for community support
A beloved Birmingham city centre pub faces an uncertain future as rising costs threaten its survival, prompting landlords to make a heartfelt plea for community backing.
Families challenge 'discriminatory' school transport cuts
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Bristol Italian Restaurant Closes After 15 Years
Popular Bristol Italian restaurant Pizzeria da Piero has permanently closed its St Nicholas Market location, leaving loyal customers devastated after 15 years of service.
Notorious crime family head freed from prison
Dominic Noonan, the infamous leader of Birmingham's most feared crime family, has been released from prison after serving less than half of his 11-year sentence, sparking concerns among law enforcement and community leaders.
School Scarecrow Joins English Heritage Trail
A creative scarecrow crafted by St Nicholas School pupils makes history by joining the official English Heritage trail, celebrating local heritage and community spirit
Co-op Confirms Birmingham Store Closure Date
Another Birmingham high street faces a major blow as the Co-op confirms it will shut its doors permanently at a key city location, leaving residents concerned about local shopping options.
Jet2's £100pp Summer 2025 Holiday Discount - Book Now!
Holiday giant Jet2 has launched an incredible £100 per person discount on summer 2025 packages, offering massive savings for early bookers across destinations like Spain, Turkey and Greece.
Black Friday 2025: Early Deals & Shopping Guide
Get ahead of the shopping frenzy with our comprehensive Black Friday 2025 preview. Discover early deals, price tracking tips, and expert advice to maximise your savings this November.
Father's rare dementia diagnosis at 52 sparks awareness campaign
A devoted daughter shares her family's emotional journey after her father's shock early-onset dementia diagnosis, highlighting the critical signs everyone should know about this rare condition.
Bearwood Road closed after pedestrian hit by vehicle
A major emergency operation unfolded in Bearwood after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, forcing complete road closure and causing significant traffic disruption throughout Wednesday.
Mum's school email blunder invites parents to 'orgy'
A Birmingham mother's hilarious autocorrect fail turned a routine school event invitation into an X-rated mix-up that has parents across the UK laughing.
Birmingham Mortgage Firm Collapses After £20M Lending
A Birmingham-based mortgage firm has ceased trading after approving over £20 million in loans, leaving hundreds of borrowers in limbo and raising serious questions about financial regulation.
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